1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1962 Austin A 60
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (109 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1962 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1962 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 75 | A 60 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 34 L |
